NAVAJO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

NAVAJO ES is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NAVAJO school district, located in Altus, OK with about 297 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, NAVAJO ES has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Navajo Elementary School, located in Altus, Oklahoma, serves as the primary educational facility for the Navajo Public School district. As a rural community-based school, it emphasizes a supportive and close-knit environment for its students, typically fostering a strong connection between the faculty, families, and the surrounding agricultural community. The school is dedicated to providing a foundational education that balances core academic subjects with character development, preparing students for success as they transition into the upper grades.

Beyond standard academics, Navajo Elementary is known for its commitment to maintaining the values and traditions of its local area while utilizing modern educational tools to enhance student learning. The district prides itself on high levels of parental involvement and a student-centered approach to instruction. For families looking for more specific information regarding school calendars, faculty directories, or extracurricular programs, the district maintains an official website at http://www.navajo.k12.ok.us.

For more information, contact NAVAJO ES at (580) 482-7742 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.